by kb9vbr | Aug 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
We’re getting back to basics by looking at key parts of a Parks on the Air activation. This week I head to Dewy Marsh State Natural Area in Wisconsin (POTA K-8209) to illustrate the important task of logging all your hunters during the park activation First off,...
by kb9vbr | May 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
Joe takes over the channel this week and talks a bit about tactical ham radio and why we should carry a handheld when we go exploring in the woods. Like what you see? You can leave me a tip:https://www.paypal.me/kb9vbr Become a patron! Unlock exclusive content at:...
by kb9vbr | Jul 26, 2022 | Getting started, Uncategorized
Stop buying equipment, you only need these five things to have a successful ham radio portable operation. Build a Link Dipole Antenna:Part 1: https://youtu.be/fY8XaxamIYUPart 2: https://youtu.be/zvtKlqQ6DSo TalentCell LF120A1 12ah LiFePO4...
by kb9vbr | Aug 31, 2021 | Uncategorized
I recently purchased a Heil BM-17 headset to help out with my portable operations. But I needed a switch to operate the headset. Heil makes a trigger switch for that purpose. While a nice product, I figured I could do something myself and save some money. Using a...
by Michael Martens | Aug 7, 2018 | Ham Radio Q and A, Uncategorized
Up next, I answer your NVIS questions and stick around for the end for a special offer and update. Thanks for watching my previous video on the TC Teardrop camper tour. I know it’s not amateur radio related, but the little camper has been a backdrop for a couple of...
by Michael Martens | Apr 26, 2011 | News, Uncategorized
On Sunday, April 10 one of the largest one day tornado outbreaks hit the State of Wisconsin. 14 tornados where recorded, including an EF-3 twister that hit the city of Merrill, WI. Amateur radio operators from Marathon and Lincoln counties where pressed into action...
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